With the 2025-26 NBA season just about one month in, the one coach seemingly on the hot seat according to rumors is New Orleans Pelicans head coach Willie Green . The Pelicans have gotten off to a poor start to the season and rumors have continued to swirl that Green’s firing could be imminent .

The latest part of the drama that hinted at a possible change at the helm seemingly came from Green himself. It is customary for NBA teams to announce the head coach during pregame introductions, and for the last few Pelicans’ home games, Willie Green has not been mentioned during the intros. When asked about the change, Green denied having any involvement .

“My focus is just on the game, whatever it takes for us to go out and be our best,” Green said. “Whether they announce me or not, I’

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